Rome: Colosseum with Arena Floor, Forum and Palatine Guided Tour

At a glance

Rome: Colosseum with Arena Floor, Forum and Palatine Guided Tour is a 2h 30m guided experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Journey Tours. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 6,636 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $97.23 per person. Included: Entrance to Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, Colosseum entrance ticket with arena access (valued at €24 per person), Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).

Quick facts

Duration

2h 30m

Group

Small group, up to 24 travellers

Languages

German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

See cancellation policy

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 45m

   Your tours also include the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome, which was a bustling center of politics, religion, and social life. Visitors can walk among ruins where emperors, gladiators, and citizens once stood.

2. Stop 2 · 45m

   This tour of Ancient Rome includes a visit to the Palatine Hill, where emperors and wealthy families once lived, offering stunning views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus.

3. Stop 3 · 1h

   Starting from a designated meeting point, participants receive personal headsets for clear audio. The tour includes access to the Arena floor, as well as the 1st and 2nd level of the Colosseum.
   
   Note that the 3rd level and Underground areas are not included.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note that names provided must exactly match IDs/passports for all participants (including children), or the Colosseum will deny entry. Bring valid ID for everyone—no nicknames, missing, or incorrect names/last names allowed.
• For minors, the age must be 17 or younger on the day of the activity
• The entrance tickets to the Colosseum cannot be changed or refunded
• Each traveler must show a valid ID matching the booking name for entry. Without ID, entry is not guaranteed
• Please show up at least 15 minutes before to do the check in
• Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
• Late arrivals or no shows will not be refunded
• In July and August due to the heat the duration of the visit is 2 hours
• All visitors must pass through a metal detector to enter the Colosseum. No exceptions
• Not Allowed: Big backpacks, pets, weapons, sharp items, large bags, alcohol, drugs, sprays, glass.
• By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions
• If you select the semi-private option, our tours generally include up to 12 guests per guide for a more personal experience. From time to time, we may adjust the group size to accommodate families or friends traveling together, and some tours may also run with fewer participants. This flexible approach allows us to offer the best experience possible.
• The Ancient Rome tour involves Steps and a lot of walking on un-even path especially in the Roman Forum . We highly suggest flat confortable shoes. This tour is not suitable for any person with recent surgeries, with disabilities and for people in wheelchairs due to the street level , up street level and steps.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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